• Lead a key service team in a statewide rural medical program.
• Contribute to better outcomes for students and rural communities.
• Full‑time fixed term appointment until 31/12/2026, with extension expected to 2031.
• Part-time and flexible working arrangements will be considered.
• Can be based at any of the 15 rural clinical sites, please review the locations.
• Base salary range: $104,243 – $115,661 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The College Services team is responsible for providing project, administration and support services to a wide range of clients including Heads of School, academic staff and students across the University. The team is committed to providing a quality outcome with a focus on continuous improvement and best practice.

The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia is a unit within the UWA Medical School and provides rural clinical training for WA medical students from UWA, Curtin University and University of Notre Dame. The RCSWA spans a breadth of some 3,500kms across multiple sites in WA and strives to provide a positive rural educational experience, increase the quantity and quality of the rural workforce and in turn improve health outcomes in rural and remote Australia.

About the opportunity

• You will manage a dispersed, statewide team and deliver senior administrative and executive support under the broad direction of the Operations Manager for RCSWA.
• You will provide leadership within your area of responsibility and guide your team to deliver excellent client focussed service and develop innovative process solutions.
• You may also be required to provide support to both students and staff.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant senior administrative experience at an appropriate level.
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set individual and team goals and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team.
• Ability to supervise a remote team and provide training and development.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. The RCSWA spans multiple rural sites and an urban centre node. Staff are required to be based at a nominated site. Some Intrastate and interstate travel will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Team Leader (522622).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Robyn Fortune at robyn.fortune@rcswa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday 23 February 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia through until 2031.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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